1984 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1984 Audi 80 and 1984 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 790 kg more than 1984 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80. 1984 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1984 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Audi 80 | 1984 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Audi | Holden |
Model | 80 | Statesman |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |